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A cheesy Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole baked in a casserole dish with tender penne pasta, seasoned ground beef, Italian sausage, crispy bacon, pepperoni, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. This hearty baked pasta is golden, bubbly, and garnished with fresh parsley, making it the perfect comfort food for family dinners, potlucks, and game day gatherings.

Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole

A hearty Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole loaded with tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, Italian sausage, crispy bacon, pepperoni, rich marinara sauce, and three kinds of melted cheese. An easy family-friendly dinner that's perfect for weeknights, potlucks, and game days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ lb Italian sausage crumbled
  • ½ cup pepperoni slices
  • ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta until al dente and drain.
  2. Brown the ground beef and sausage; drain excess grease.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Mix the pasta, meat, pepperoni, bacon, sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  6. Top with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
  8. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Freshly grated cheese melts best.
Slightly undercook the pasta.
Great for meal prep and freezing.
Add vegetables for a supreme pizza variation.
Broil briefly for a golden cheese topping.